Definitions.
Utah Code § 79-2-701
in effect79-2-701. Definitions.
As used in this part:
(1) "Division" means the Division of Law Enforcement.
(2) "Law enforcement officer" means the same as that term is defined in Section 53-13-103.
(3)
(a) "Natural resources officer" means a full-time, permanent employee of the division who is POST certified as a peace officer.
(b) "Natural resources officer" includes a wildlife officer, as that term is defined in Section 23A-2-502.
(4) "Peace officer" means any officer certified in accordance with Title 53, Chapter 13, Peace Officer Classifications.
Enacted by Chapter 80, 2024 General Session
Source: Utah Office of Legislative Research and General Counsel (le.utah.gov)URL: https://le.utah.gov/xcode/Title79/Chapter2/79-2-S701.html?v=C79-2-S701_2025010120240501Fetched: 10/26/2026
